In fact, from the moment everyone shouted, "Heaven bless Great Han! We ministers congratulate His Majesty!" it represented the people's recognition of King of Han's title. It meant that King of Han had succeeded, and the scattered, drifting fortune throughout Liu Bei's domain began rapidly gathering. In the end, it all converged above the altar, condensing into a thick, bright-yellow cloud. Using the massive bronze cauldron Wang Xuan had refined as its anchor, it was fixed in the void.
Part of it directly affected Liu Bei. Although Liu Bei could not make use of this fortune, its ability to ward off evil and protect against all forms of harm could still manifest on its own.
When Liu Bei enfeoffed Wang Xuan as Imperial Advisor, a stream of fortune naturally pierced through and infused Wang Xuan's body. Wang Xuan shuddered violently as the fortune he had completely expended surged once again, nearly matching the amount he had previously stolen—the last trace of Great Han's fortune.
After all, this was a newly rising superpower brimming with vitality. It possessed far more fortune than Great Han, which could lose its breath at any moment. Thus, although Wang Xuan received only a small share, the actual amount was still considerable.
Seeing Wang Xuan accept it readily, everyone knew that this had been discussed beforehand. Liu Bei's subordinates in particular understood immediately. With Wang Xuan's personality—someone who hated managing affairs... Chancellor? Heh, Liu Bei would certainly be willing, but if Wang Xuan could accept it, that would be a miracle.
At this thought, everyone felt somewhat stifled. In this world, Wang Xuan was the only one who was truly resistant to power. They wanted it but could not obtain it.
The enfeoffment ceremony naturally did not stop there. From atop the altar, Liu Bei continued